THOMAS HOCKER Review - (PATHOLOGY)
Get our detailed analysis and review of CMS data for THOMAS HOCKER.
Data is as of March 07, 2024.
The Most Important Data about THOMAS HOCKER
In the briefest summary, THOMAS HOCKER is a specialist in PATHOLOGY. Other specialties include INTERNAL MEDICINE, and DERMATOLOGY. THOMAS HOCKER attended HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL, graduating in 2008. He maintains 3 office locations. He is a part of 2 medical groups. He is affiliated with 2 medical organizations (including hospitals, hospices, and skilled nursing facilities).
National Provider Number (NPI):
1689841025What is this page all about?
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Specialties and Sub-Specialties:
THOMAS HOCKER is a specialist in PATHOLOGY. Other specialties include INTERNAL MEDICINE, and DERMATOLOGY.
PATHOLOGY: athologists typically do not interact with their patients because they are specialized in examining biopsy specimens. A biopsy is a small piece of tissue—from the skin or a colon polyp for example—that is commonly examined under a microscope. Another physician will perform the biopsy (e.g., dermatologist or surgeon) and then give it to the pathologist for review. (more information)
INTERNAL MEDICINE: General internists provide primary care to adult patients. Internists usually have more hospital-based training than family practitioners. They may have an office-based practice or work as a hospitalist primarily seeing patients in the hospital. These physicians attend medical school followed by an internal medicine residency. Internists may then choose to pursue a fellowship to sub-specialize in a variety of other areas, like endocrinology (hormone-related conditions) or cardiology (heart-relat... (more information)
DERMATOLOGY: Dermatologists diagnose and treat conditions that affect the hair, skin, and nails. This may include treating rashes or acne, diagnosing melanoma (skin cancer), and much more. In addition to this, dermatoligists also perform many aesthetic procedures that are paid for out of pocket rather than by insurance. Such procedures include Botox injections, laser skin treatments, and more. After medical school, dermatologists must attend dermatology residency. Fellowships are not required, but some derma... (more information)
Reviews and Ratings
MIPS Scores for THOMAS HOCKER
MIPS is an acronym for Merit-Based Incentive Payment System. Authorized by the Medicare Access and CHIP Reaouthorization Act of 2015, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ("CMS") developed MIPS to reward clinicians for the value of care they provide rather than the volume of care, quality over quantity. The MIPS final score determines a provider's Medicare Part B payment adjustments. MIPS also created a means for consumers to rank providers.
MIPS scores are calculated using four performance categories, quality, cost, improvement activities, and promotion of interoperability. Higher scores are better. The highest final MIPS score is 100.
| Final MIPS Score | 74.8 |
| Final MIPS Score without CPB | 72.3 |
| PI Category Score | |
| IA Category Score | 40 |
| Quality Category Score | 67.4 |
Measures and Activities
These are important measures that CMS tracks for each doctor. Not all doctors or medical professionals have data.
| Engagement of patients through implementation of improvements in patient portal | Yes |
| Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical Record | Yes |
| Regularly assess the patient experience of care through surveys, advisory councils and/or other mechanisms. | Yes |
| Tobacco use | Yes |
Office Locations and Phone Numbers for THOMAS HOCKER
The NursingHomeDatabase database has 3 office locations for THOMAS HOCKER.
6901 W 121ST ST
OVERLAND PARK, KS 66209
913-661-1755
2101 CHARLOTTE ST
KANSAS CITY, MO 64108
816-404-2222
6410 N COSBY AVE
KANSAS CITY, MO 64151
816-643-4501
Group and Medical Organization Affiliations for THOMAS HOCKER
Doctors Groups:
ADVANCED DERMATOLOGIC SURGERY PA
Medical Organizations:
Hospital: HOLTON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Hospital: TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL HILL
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